A new, fourth edition of the essential text for all those working towards the Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training.
This new edition takes into account the refreshed ETF standards while still incorporating key information on reflective practice, study and research skills, and providing full coverage of all mandatory units. Accessible language is combined with a critical approach that clearly relates practical examples to the required underpinning theory. This fourth edition:
- includes a new end of chapter feature to develop evidence-informed practice
- recognises the need to provide better support and guidance to learners around gender, sexuality, racism, mental health and well-being
- supports the revolution in online practices and its implications for hybrid work and learning patterns
- reflects the escalating importance of the sustainability agenda and the need to decolonise the curriculum
- considers apprenticeships and new Ofsted foci and terminology
- is suitable for use with all awarding organisations and HEIs
- provides the depth and criticality to meet level 5 requirements.
Table of Content
Introduction
Appendices
About the author
Tina Richardson is an award leader and senior lecturer within the School of Education at Staffordshire University. Tina has taught in compulsory education, further education and higher education. For the last 15 years, she has been involved in teacher training for further education, in particular the subject specialist qualifications for teachers. Her particular research interest is the use of metacognitive reading strategies in the Functional Skills classroom. As well as teacher training books, including A Complete Guide to the Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training and A Complete Guide to the Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, Tina has co-authored a book on using e-readers in the classroom. Tina is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.